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What is Mercantilism?
Mercantilism is the theory that a country's power comes from its wealth.
What were some of Franklin's inventions?
Lightning Rod, Bifocals, and the Franklin Stove
What was the Sugar Act?
Colonists had to pay a high tax on imported goods. The Sugar Act forced colonists to buy only English molasses and sugar.
Who wrote "Common Sense".
Thomas Paine
Who were the Patriot's
The patriots were colonists who wanted independence from Britain.
Who was forced to surrender at Fort Necessity?
Washington was forced to surrender but was released later.
What were some of the sayings in Poor Richards Almanac?
"Lost time is never found again"
"A friend in need is a friend indeed"
"Speak little, do much"
What was the Quartering Act?
colonists to pay for housing, food, fuel, and transportation for British troops.
What were the two main points of Common Sense?
Independence from England, Creation of a democratic republic
Who were the loyalists?
Loyalists were colonists who remained loyal to the king and did not want independence.
What is guerilla warfare?
A surprise attack
What was Poor Richards Almanac?
Published by Franklin; a calendar full of advice, philosophy, and wise sayings.
What was the Stamp Act?
a tax on all printed material.
When was the Battle of Bunker Hill (Breed's Hill)
On June 16, 1775
What were some of the advantages for the British?
A strong navy, Experienced army, Well-trained army, Wealth, and a Larger population.
When was the Massacre at Fort Loudon?
In the 1750's
What is the Albany Plan of Union?
An elected legislature would govern the colonies and have the powers to raise troops, collect taxes, and regulate trade.
What did the Declaratory Act do?
The Declaratory Act stated that Parliament had the right to tax and make decisions for the British colonies in all cases.
Who drafted the 13 grievances?
The Continental Congress.
What were some of the Patriot's advantages?
Fighting on their own land, Determined, British soldiers were Hessians, George Washington
What treaty ended the French and Indian War?
The Treaty of Paris
What was the purpose of the Join or Die cartoon?
Franklin drew this cartoon to show that if the colonies did not join together they were not going to survive.
What did the Townshend Acts do?
The taxes were on items such as glass, tea, paper, and lead, all items that the colonies did not produce.
Who were the Redcoats?
The redcoats were British troops
What were some disadvantages of the Patriot's?
Inexperienced army and navy,Lack of weapons and ammunition, Volunteer army that fought for short time periods then returned home.